The Aidan Project

#66 - Hope and Chaos: 2017 Unpacked

In this edition of The Aidan
Project, Aidan is joined by cultural anthropologist, Jared Miracle,
to review 2017. Taking a thematic approach, Aidan and Jared look at
the stories which they believe will retain importance in the coming
years. This is not a mere countdown show, but a considered
appraisal of what 2017 will come to represent in the future. What
will 2017 be remembered for in political circles? What issue of
protest or division in 2017 will dominate the history books? And,
amongst several stories which are perhaps not conducive to
generating a smug sense of satisfaction about human progress, what
was the most heartwarming moment of 2017? The year has not lacked
in hatred, but what can it offer in hope?Aidan and Jared have both chosen an option from
the following themes:The
Biggest StoryPolitics and International
RelationsProtest and DivisionScience, Technology and the
EnvironmentPopular CultureHeartwarmingTo
all listeners of the podcast, thank you so much for listening this
year - have a wonderful 2018.

About the Podcast

Aidan Coughlan's inquisitive podcast examines current events, history and culture. What is happening in the world and how do we make sense of it? Aidan, assisted by expert guests from around the globe, is on a quest to find out. Why not join him?